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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Little (she-)bear
- Origin
- Latin
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- UR-suh-luh
Ursula is a Latin name meaning "little (she-)bear," pronounced UR-suh-luh. It has a soft, rounded sound with a gentle meaning, and it's one most people will know how to say on first hearing.
Meaning & Origin of Ursula
Meaning: Little (she-)bear.
Origin: Latin.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Ursula
UR-suh-luhIPA /ˈɜːrsələ/
Popularity of Ursula
Ursula peaked at #447 in 1901, when 45 babies were given the name. By 2024 it had slipped to #5266 with just 25 babies, so a child named Ursula today is unlikely to share the name with a classmate.
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FAQ
What does the name Ursula mean?
Little (she-)bear. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Ursula?
Ursula is pronounced UR-suh-luh (IPA: /ˈɜːrsələ/).
Is Ursula a popular name right now?
Ursula peaked at #447 in 1901 and is ranked #5266 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1881–2024.)
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